Your Discord ID is a unique number Discord assigns to your account

Your Discord ID is a long string of numbers that identifies your account across Discord's servers. It's different from your username — your username is what other people see and can change anytime, but your ID stays the same forever. You need your ID when you're troubleshooting with Discord support, setting up bots, or using third-party tools that connect to Discord.

On mobile, you have three straightforward ways to find it. The fastest is right-clicking your own profile. The second is checking your account settings. The third works if you're trying to find someone else's ID instead of your own.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Discord ID is a permanent number assigned to your account, separate from your username, and you may need it for support or bot setup.
  • On iPhone or Android, open your profile by tapping your avatar, then look for "Copy User ID" in the menu that appears.
  • If the copy option doesn't show, go to Settings, then Account, and scroll down to find your ID listed there.
  • You can also find someone else's ID by opening their profile and tapping the three dots, though they may have privacy settings that hide it.

Finding your ID through your own profile on mobile

Open Discord and tap your avatar in the bottom right corner (on iPhone) or bottom left (on Android). This opens your profile card. Look for a menu icon — usually three dots or lines — and tap it. You should see an option that says "Copy User ID". Tap that, and your ID is now copied to your clipboard. You can paste it anywhere you need it.

If you don't see "Copy User ID" in that menu, your app may be outdated. Close Discord completely and update it from your phone's app store, then try again.

Finding your ID in account settings

If the profile menu doesn't show the copy option, you can find your ID in settings instead. Tap your avatar, then scroll down and tap "Settings". Look for "Account" in the settings menu and tap it. Scroll down on the Account page until you see a section labeled "USER ID" — your ID number will be displayed there. You can long-press it to copy it to your clipboard.

This method also works if you want to verify which ID belongs to your account, since you can see it written out clearly rather than just copying it blind.

Finding someone else's Discord ID

If you need to find another person's ID, open their profile by tapping their username or avatar anywhere in Discord. Once their profile card opens, tap the three dots menu. If they haven't hidden their ID in their privacy settings, you'll see "Copy User ID" there too. Tap it to copy their ID.

Some users turn off the ability for others to see their ID. If you don't see the copy option and the person has that setting enabled, you won't be able to get their ID this way. You could ask them directly, or if they're in a server you both belong to, a server moderator might be able to help.

What to do once you have your ID

Once you've copied your ID, you can paste it into Discord support tickets, share it with bot developers, or use it in third-party Discord tools. Most of the time you'll paste it into a text field or form. Never share your ID with someone you don't trust, though — while an ID alone can't let someone into your account, it can be used with other information to cause problems.

If you're setting up a Discord bot or using a tool that asks for your ID, paste it exactly as it appears. Don't add spaces or change any numbers.

Why Discord asks for your ID instead of your username

Your username can change whenever you want, and multiple people can have similar usernames (Discord adds a number to make them unique). Your ID never changes and is completely unique to you. When Discord support or a bot needs to find your exact account, they use the ID because there's no chance of confusion.

This is also why some bots and tools ask for your ID rather than your username — they need to be certain they're talking to the right account, especially if you've changed your username before.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my Discord ID the same as my username?

No. Your username is what people see when you chat — it can be anything and you can change it anytime. Your ID is a permanent number Discord assigns to your account that never changes, even if you change your username multiple times.

Can someone hack my account if they have my Discord ID?

Your ID alone is not enough to hack your account. Someone would need your password or access to your email address. Your ID is safe to share with Discord support or bot developers who need it for legitimate reasons.

Why doesn't the "Copy User ID" option appear when I tap the menu?

Your Discord app may be outdated. Close the app completely and update it from your phone's app store. If it still doesn't appear after updating, try the Settings method instead — go to Settings, then Account, and scroll down to find your ID listed there.

Can I find someone's Discord ID if they have privacy settings turned on?

If they've hidden their ID in their privacy settings, you won't see the "Copy User ID" option when you open their profile. You can ask them directly for it, or if you're both in a server together, a server moderator might be able to help you.

Do I need my Discord ID to change my password?

No. To change your password, go to Settings, then Account, and look for the password field. You only need your current password and a new one. Your ID is not involved in password changes.